The UK's import of fresh or chilled bone-in bovine cuts is forecasted to decline steadily from 14.064 million kilograms in 2024 to 13.498 million kilograms in 2028. This shows a year-on-year decrease, indicating a downward trend in imports. When analyzing from 2023 to 2024, a slight overall decline is evident, reflecting the UK's changing demand or supply dynamics. Previous data for 2023 would help contextualize this trend further, but the general direction remains downward with an average annual decline observed over this five-year period.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential policy changes post-Brexit affecting trade
- Emerging consumer preferences shifting towards alternative protein sources
- Global economic factors influencing beef supply chains
